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J9 SMO

1998 Nissan Patrol

Blue Diesel 2953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,501 mi
Last recorded133,501 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2023
Typical for 1998 Nissan Patrol107,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ9 SMO
MakeNissan
ModelPatrol
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,953cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2023 133,501 miles

built for off road use

Pass 15 Jul 2019 128,003 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 115,260 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion under vehicle

n/s/rear anti roll bar link has slight play

slight dampness around steering sphere

Fail 16 Nov 2011 115,260 miles

Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion under vehicle

slight dampness around steering sphere

How Reliable is the Nissan Patrol?

Based on 80,444 MOT tests across 7,979 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
5,185
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
7,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,649
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,823
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 2,270
position lamp(s) not working 2,183
wheel bearing has excessive play 1,961
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J9 SMO is a 1998 Nissan Patrol in Blue with a 2,953cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Nissan Patrol models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 107,542 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Patrol fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 6,649 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J9 SMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Patrol typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Nissan Patrol is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J9 SMO registered?

J9 SMO is a 1998 Nissan Patrol, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is J9 SMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J9 SMO shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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